Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kanzanensis
ID:
51434

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kitam.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 8: 75 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000050763



Common Names

  • Kanzanensis Saussurea
  • Kanzan Mountain Aster
  • Kanzanensis Mountain Aster


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Description

Saussurea kanzanensis (also called Chinese Safflower, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a single flower head. It is found in alpine meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes at elevations of 2,000-4,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Saussurea kanzanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saussurea kanzanensis is yellow in color and has a single yellow center. The seed is small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves that are oval in shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saussurea kanzanensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. When grown in containers, it should be fertilized regularly and watered regularly. When grown in the ground, it should be mulched to help retain moisture.

Where to Find Saussurea kanzanensis

Saussurea kanzanensis can be found in alpine meadows and grasslands in the Himalayas and other mountain ranges in Asia.

Saussurea kanzanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saussurea kanzanensis?

Saussurea kanzanensis

What is the common name of Saussurea kanzanensis?

Kanzanensis Saussurea

What is the family of Saussurea kanzanensis?

Asteraceae

Where is Saussurea kanzanensis native to?

Central and South America

What type of plant is Saussurea kanzanensis?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Saussurea genus

Saussurea sughoo, Saussurea sylvatica, Saussurea compta, Saussurea apus, Saussurea paleata, Saussurea graminea, Saussurea gossipiphora, Saussurea chinensis, Saussurea petrovii, Saussurea kungii, Saussurea polypodioides, Saussurea foliosa, Saussurea leptolepis, Saussurea canandrifoia, Saussurea rigida, Saussurea kolesnikovii, Saussurea malitiosa, Saussurea taipaiensis, Saussurea veitchiana, Saussurea pectinata, Saussurea souliei, Saussurea orgaadayi, Saussurea lavrenkoana, Saussurea hypargyrea, Saussurea odontolepis, Saussurea chamarensis, Saussurea hieracioides, Saussurea mongolica, Saussurea franchetii, Saussurea chionophylla, Saussurea macrolepis, Saussurea rockii, Saussurea polygonifolia, Saussurea kingii, Saussurea maximowiczii, Saussurea scabrida, Saussurea obvallata, Saussurea graciliformis, Saussurea virgata, Saussurea amabilis, Saussurea huashanensis, Saussurea riederi, Saussurea sericea, Saussurea laniceps, Saussurea eriostemon, Saussurea porcii, Saussurea kurilensis, Saussurea dolichopoda, Saussurea tunglingensis, Saussurea acroura,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-1493: Based on the initial data import
Shirō Kitamura (1906-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kitam.' in the authors string.